Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 1/2 lb chicken legs (drums and thighs), skin on, bone in
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 1 Tbsp garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 2/3 cup red wine
  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes with basil
  • 1 Tbsp capers, drained
  • basil leaves, as garnish
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1lb pasta, cooked according to instructions or zucchini noodles or gluten free pasta

Instruction

  • Salt and pepper the chicken.
  • Bring a large stockpot to medium high heat and add enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.  Sear the chicken 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown.  You may need to do this in batches.  Set seared chicken aside on a plate or bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add onions & peppers.  Cook ~ 4 minutes.  Add garlic and cook an additional 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.  Add mushrooms and cook ~ 4 minutes.  Add remaining ingredients, except basil garnish.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook covered ~ 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Add salt to taste and garnish with basil.  Happy Eating!  Beckie